The Newbie's Guide To Corfu

Greece is by far one of my favourite places
on Earth. Full of hospitable people, delicious food, olives and feta for
breakfast, lunch and dinner, and unforgettable views that become engrained in
your mind and soul, Greece is a brilliant destination. After exploring mainland
Greece and visiting the beautiful Athens, I had a yearning to come back to see
more; and this time my travel plans are to visit the islands. Specifically
Corfu. Here is the ultimate guide
I’ve put together for my trip to Corfu and some things to plan before you go to
make your trip smooth running and enjoyable.

For accommodation, my ultimate goal is to
get a real taste of the island and island life, by renting a villa.
For the true taste of Greek island life, coming home with your tote bag full of
groceries, and eating outside overlooking the still, serene waters, is exactly
how to experience it. Have privacy and contentment, take life at your own pace,
and be sure to take a dip to cool off in that hot summer air. That is for me,
exactly the perfect Greek island trip. Corfu is specifically known for its
friendly tourist atmosphere, plenty of things to do and see. Take a peek below
to the ultimate guide.

Getting Around

Getting around Corfu is not overly difficult depending on what your goal of
travel is. Hiring a car can be beneficial if you would like to see the island
in its entirety, but be sure to consult maps for parking arrangements before
you go. Cars can be picked up at the airport. If you want to take the bus, be sure
to make sure you know the times, by asking, as they can change often, but it is
a cheap and cheerful way to get around from old town to the beach. If you are
feeling a little more adventurous and want a taste of luxury, especially if you
are in a larger group, then hiring a motorboat is the ultimate for those warm
afternoons when you need a cool off and relaxing before heading back to your
villa.

What To Do

Old Town Corfu is particularly popular with
the sightseeing tourists, who would love to capture a bit of the culture as
well as soaking up the beautiful coastline. It is unbelievably quirky and
beautiful in the Old Town, and you do not need a map, have a little explore on
foot, like most parts of Greece, the more you see on foot the better,
especially to reach those beautiful high points for Instagrammable views.

There are outdoor activities, from hiking
and a scuba centre, where you can hire equipment and go scuba diving in the
crystal seas. For the more low key tourist, who isn’t so hyped for energetic
water sports, the island boasts many museums, such as the Andivouniotissa
Museum, which is €4 entry and open Tues-Sun 8:00am until 2:45pm; and there are
plenty of other choices with a multitude of different cultures to learn about;
with Corfu’s rich history and ties to Italy and France.

Where To Eat

You will never go hungry in Corfu. Plenty
of taverns but some top picks are Avli Restaurant, Taverna Bikolis and if you
want to splash out a little on a special holiday meal, then the luxurious “The
Venetian Well” is surely a good place to start, with some Mediterranean cuisine
and a bottle of chilled fine wine.

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After your long days searching the cities,
tasting the culinary delights and enjoying a little ouzo and traditional Greek
dancing, take a leisurely stroll back to your villa, and retire for the
evening. For more information on the best villas, take a little peek at
Clickstay for more information, and make your trip to Corfu a
holiday to remember. There are plenty of other Greek island locations to browse
through, from classic Santorini or Kefalonia, or even mainland in Athens (well
worth a visit). Click on the photo to book a villa!